Harder Than Life

According to Coach Jeff Forester, we are most qualified to help the people we once were. For Jeff, his past struggles have made him a perfect coach for troubled young adults. This week, Jeff, founder of Hi-Lite Coaching and host of the Pathways to Greatness podcast, joins Kelly for a far-reaching conversation. The two discuss healthier ways for men to communicate, the effects of pornography on you...

Dylan Smith was misdiagnosed with ADHD at a young age and was properly diagnosed with dyslexia at age 16. His response? He resolved to wake up early, stay up late, and grind on his studies to succeed. He chose to be Harder Than Life and today, he joins us to tell his story. When Dylan isn't killing it in the IT world, he is raising awareness through his organization, D is for Dyslexia, and his pod...

*Trigger Warning: This episode includes graphic discussions on the topics of sexual assault, eating disorders, and other distressing subjects. Discretion is advised. Kimberly Riggins wants you to love your naked ass. In fact, that’s the name of her podcast and her coaching academy, where she helps people learn to live without shame. This week, Kim shares her heartbreaking story. From overcoming tr...

You have to love you. It’s non-negotiable. This week, Kelly welcomes mindset coach Nicole Frazier to the podcast. Nicole helps people grapple with the private, painful issues that often hold us back from our full potential. Today, she tells her story and shares her outlook on living a more complete life. In this packed episode, Nicole shares:  How to be coached, and what you need to know before si...

Jon Doolen once fired Kelly. Now, they’re closer than ever. Welcome back! In this episode, Kelly reunites with Jon Doolen, his former boss turned executive coach & strategic advisor. Jon’s rich background includes serving in the U.S. military, a civilian career in logistics, and now, he's the man behind Doolen Strategy Partners. The life-changing history Kelly and Jon share is part of what’s made...

Do you ever feel you are unworthy? Philanthropist and influencer Bridjet Morris understands the feeling, which is why she dedicates herself to empowering women and teaching people how to build their confidence. Today, she joins Kelly to share her story and have a vulnerable conversation about self-worth, overcoming obstacles, and living into your purpose. Check out Bridjet’s next event, Worthy Mea...

Superstar motivational coach and host of Entrepreneur’s Habits & Hustle podcast Jennifer Cohen reveals the secrets of her success, and how anyone bold enough can emulate them. Jennifer was recently named " 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness " by Yahoo and ranked #16 " Most Impactful Fitness Entrepreneurs " by Web MD. Upon her TedxTalk amassing nearly five million views, her much ant...

Mike Diamond has made it his purpose in life to inspire, motivate, and educate people so they can reach their full potential and live their best lives. Over the years, Mike has lived many lives and made a lot of friends by helping them climb out of what some would consider rock bottom. Today, he joins Kelly to share his journey in this powerful episode of Harder Than Life. In this episode, Mike of...

Have you ever wondered why we crave unhealthy food? According to dietician Gina Worful, our fixation on snacks could be related to trauma from our past. In this episode, Kelly is joined by Gina to talk about some of the biggest questions surrounding what we’re eating: how does processed food affect our mentality? Why do we struggle to “trust our gut” when we are trying to choose what to eat? Join...

Time to cut the cord, fellas. This week, Kelly welcomes Nice Guy Reformer Ashley Cox to the podcast! Ashley has built her brand by helping unhappy "nice guys" find the purpose, happiness, and romantic success that they were missing. According to Ashley, too many men are living to be inoffensive, instead of living to find fulfillment. Sound familiar? This conversation will cut deep for many, with i...

From creating and selling ads on Madison Avenue, to founding his own agency and launching a massive podcast, Ryan Alford has spent his career building brands. And, on this week's episode, he joins Kelly for a killer conversation about how you can start your own powerful online brand. As Ryan explains, being able to "set the table" and make a first impression before you meet someone is critical. We...

Support Andrew and his incredible team at The Children’s Foundation by buying a ticket for the 2023 Derby for Kids on May 6th! Proceeds will support the Adolescent Addiction Recovery Center (AARC) in Troy. Learn more and sign up! Could charity be your missing piece? This week, Kelly welcomes a selfless guest with a heartwarming cause: Andrew Stein, President of The Children’s Foundation. Andrew sh...

How long would it take you to completely change your life? According to Matthew “Ace” Hagerty, it takes about a hundred days. This week, podcast host and badass Ace joins Kelly to talk about the 100-Day Challenge that helped him define and live out his purpose: be more to do more. Kelly and Ace also share their thoughts on motivation, overcoming demons, and sharing success, plus:  Learn about the...

At age nine, Brandi Kelly started drinking. Growing up in a chaotic household, Brandi’s struggles with sobriety started early. At one point, she found herself dating a Hell’s Angel biker and living in Las Vegas… and her drinking got so bad he kicked her out. Brandi’s life, from her job as a bartender to her lifestyle as a fitness athlete, suffered. Today, she is the Sober Bartender, happily marrie...

Hard times don’t last, but hard people do. Today, Sandee Sgarlata is America’s Happiness Coach. She dedicates herself to finding happiness every day, and teaches her clients how to do the same. But happiness was not always a constant in Sandee’s life. It was only through intense struggle that Sandee found the strength to seek out happiness. Now, she joins Kelly to for an open discussion on overcom...

The best teachers are always the best students. And author, keynote speaker, and host of The Determined Society podcast Shawn French is a lifelong student. This week, Shawn holds nothing back as he joins Kelly for a discussion about business, life, and self-improvement. Topics covered include:  Confidence vs. Arrogance Why the best salespeople never “sell scared.” How to build High Performance Hab...

Megan Gregory discovered the art of cooking at her lowest point. After spending five unsuccessful years trying for a baby with her loving husband, Megan was left devastated. She soon picked up the hobby of cooking from scratch, finding comfort in creating delicious meals. That soon turned into a passion for the culinary arts. Today, she is the new Chief Brand Ambassador at Skinny Butcher and dedic...

In 2015, Dan Stowell was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. Mentally and physically, he had hit rock bottom. Dan spent the next several years undergoing surgeries and treatments, fighting against his body to stay alive. During those dark times, Dan developed an unbeatable resolve and found a new purpose: helping others find wellness and resilience. This week, Dan joins Kelly to share his story. The t...

The hardest times create the strongest people. And our friend Anthony Fracchia is a shining example. Founder of Altruis Benefit Consulting and the Aspire Detroit nonprofit mentoring program, Anthony dedicates his heart to serving his community. However, his path to success was not an easy one. This week, he joins Kelly to share his story. The two men explore the realities of entrepreneurship, inte...

Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda will tell you she used to be a “Karen.” It is hard to believe now, considering Brittney is (apart from being incredibly compassionate) an Emotional Intelligence author, podcast host, and Editor-in-Chief of Emotional Intelligence Magazine. So… how did she grow from being a self-described “Karen” into a lifelong student of emotional intelligence? This week, Brittney s...

Meet the unbreakable Michael & Ashlee Cramer. In 2020, Michael was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 19. Immediately, his life, and the life of his mother, Ashlee, changed forever. Michael spent most of the next two years undergoing a battery of exhausting treatments. Ashlee quit work to care for her son full-time. Michael’s father had died from lymphoma five years prior, casting a dark shadow o...

We’re back with Episode 2! This time, Kelly interviews father, CEO of Brickworks Property Restoration, and host of the Destined to Be Podcast Jeremiah Campbell. In this audio-only episode, Kelly and Jeremiah both share their stories - and struggles - with sobriety, and talk about what it truly means to define your own success. Jeremiah and Kelly both reveal how they found the strength to quit and...

Welcome to Harder than Life: a podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. Hosted by Kelly Siegel - author, CEO, father, and a man on a mission. This show will dive into the lives, hardships, and triumphs of successful people, and provide you with proven advice to become harder than life. Our first episode features Craig Siegel: host of The CLS Experience. Together, the two Sieg...